What’s new
18 / This month
The world of toys, apps & entertainment.
20 / One little thing
Summer sole-stice. Keep feet looking cool on those long summer days.
22/ Celebrations
How to make sweet-and-salty ice cream sandwiches and a fruity BBQ with candy skewers.
Happy & healthy
32 / Bulletin
New products, studies & stats.
35 / Prevention In control. Here are five moms who (finally!) found birth control they love.
41 / Checkup Does your kid need a therapist? How to recognize the signs and get the right help when you need it.
46 / Prevention Drink it in. Dehydration can put a damper on hot summer days. Here's how to recognize the signs.
48 / Pretty simple Sun squad. You protect your little ones, but don't forget about you!
Advice & real life
52 / Quick fixes
How to… apply sunscreen, help your kid memorize her phone number and make a homemade sprinkler.
54 / At our house
Crazy for camp. Carol Toller drags her family to summer camp to relive her glory days.
61 / Behaviour
When your kid's the bully. Lots of kids test out being mean—even your little angel—but you can stop the behaviour.
66 / The good sport Picture perfect? All Ian Mendes wants is one perfect photo of his daughters. But, as most parents know, that's a tall order.
Steps & stages
69 / Pregnancy
You'll reap many benefits from raising your heart rate through exercise.
70 / Baby Yes, moms can have a beer at the barbecue, even when nursing.
72 / Toddler
Have patience when teaching toddlers to be polite.
74 / Little kid
Thinking of adding a furry, feathery or scaly animal to the family? Read this first.
76 / Big kid
The importance of giving your big kid more freedom.
Features 79 / Baby gear guide From strollers to car seats, diaper bags to carriers, we've got the newest, most innovative baby gear picks.
91 / Make this your best summer ever
Consider adding these awesome activities, genius tips and unexpected ideas to your bucket list.
98 / Hello, my name is... Choosing the right name for your baby can be daunting. We've interviewed experts and compiled stats to help you select the perfect moniker.
102 / How to help your kids live longer than you
Read about these simple ways to raise healthier kids.
In the kitchen 110 / What's cookin'? Food, tools & entertaining.
112 / Meal plan
Let's go camping! Prep in the kitchen, pack the cooler and do (almost) nothing but enjoy these meals by the light of the fire.
118 / Treats
S'mores cones.
120 / Recipe roundup
Just for you
122 / The debate
Do you let your kids pee outside?
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